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Theresa Duplissa Obituary

DUPLISSA Theresa M. (Caggiano) of Medford and Somerville, April 22. Beloved Wife of the late Frederick C. Duplissa II. Mother of Richard Duplissa and his Wife Diane of Malden, Mary Ellen Lepordo and her late Husband Joseph of Medford, Debra Lepordo and her Husband Anthony of FL, Susan Daley and her Husband Joseph of Medford and the late Frederick C. Duplissa III. Daughter of the late Angelo and Mary Ellen Caggiano. Grandmother of seven and Great Grandmother of four. Sister of Jack Caggiano and his Wife Mary of FL. Sister in Law of Catherine “Flo” Caggiano of Somerville. Funeral from the Cota-Struzziero Funeral Home, 197 Washington St., SOMERVILLE on Wednesday, April 28 at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Agnes Church, 30 Medford St., Arlington at 10 AM. Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden www.cotafuneralhomes.com Cota Family Funeral Homes Somerville/North Reading 617-625-6150

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Published by Boston Herald on Apr. 25, 2010.

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Diane James-Poole

May 21, 2010

To the Duplissa Family: I don't remember very much, but I know that your mother and my mother (Joan -- passed away in 1984) were friends. I'm very sorry for your loss. Over time, there will still be tears but your fond memories will allow you to smile, too.

May 14, 2010

Dear Mama,

We all miss you so much, but you were in so much pain & such a fighter to hang on like you did. God didn't want you to suffer any more & said it's time to come home with me. I was so blessed to have you for my Mother, you were wonderful all the years of your life, & saved mine, I'm forever grateful for that. You will always be in my heart & I will always love you, GOD BLESS YOU MOM>>>Thank You!!!

rick martin

May 6, 2010

We send you our deepest condolences at this time. Cathy,Louise and Ricky Martin

April 28, 2010

Dear Maryellen, Debbie and Sue, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Cousin Annmarie called me this morning. I'm so sorry I didn't know earlier, I would have gone to her wake. You guys are so much like family to me. I always had such fun coming to your house on Broadway and hanging out there talking and laughing with Mom. Please get in touch with me as I don't have anyone's phone number. 781-395-4918. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love and friendship, Denise (DiFranco) Barker

Veronica Nelson

April 27, 2010

To the Duplissa Family: My family and I send our deepest sympathy to you all. Your mother was a was a wonderful person to know and always had a smile. She will be missed not only by her family but the many people who knew her.

Amanda Passanisi

April 26, 2010

Sue & Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.

Linda Loprete

April 26, 2010

Richard and Diane,
We are very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both .

Linda and Dan Loprete

Stephen and Jackie Kiley

April 25, 2010

Dearest Richard and Di and to all the family of Theresa, May your days become easier without her, she has gone to A BETTER PLace she is going to visit Fred. That has to be good for her. Although she was probably taken way to quickly from you all. May she rest in peace. Love to you all

Angela Daley

April 25, 2010

To the entire Duplissa family; I am so sorry for the loss of :"Terry". She was a wonderful person and a strong person who loved her family very much, and also everyone else that knew her . You would be comfortable around her because she made you feel that way.I have some wonderful memories of her which i will always keep with me,We shared the same wonderful grandson who she loved dearly,and always told me how lucky we were that we had such good families. Yes we do Terry and i will always consider your entire family a part of mine. Rest in peace Terry and watch over all of us, That twinkle in your eyes now will shine brightly from the skies above.

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